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Gregory Hearn Obituary
March 23, 1934 - July 23, 2015
Resident of Roseville, CAGregory Hearn passed away July 23rd with his wife of 32 yrs, Oralia Hearn, holding his hand. He was attended throughout his 5 month illness by his three loving children Mark Hearn, Yvonne Robinson & Gregory Hearn.
Greg was born in Corpus Christi, TX to Bert C. Hearn & Dorothy W. Morgeson. At age 10, they moved to Richmond, CA. where he attended Richmond HS. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War, earned his BA & MA from SFSU. He then attended the Stanford University Doctoral program, where he also taught undergraduate courses.
Greg taught in San Francisco at Horace Mann Jr High & served in a variety of leadership positions in the SFUSD. He later became Principal of Logan HS & then Dir. of Curriculum & Instruction at New Haven USD in Union City, CA.
In 1979, he became Superintendent of the San Benito Joint Union High School District in Hollister, CA, until his retirement in 1996. Under his leadership, SBHS won California Distinguished School Awards in 1988 & 1994. He was a member of Hollister Rotary & was a founder & President of the California Small School Districts Assoc.
Greg enjoyed time with family & friends, spirited intellectual discussions about solving world problems, wine, travel, growing roses, his book club & his investment group buddies. He appreciated individuality, & always valued & demonstrated honesty, caring, toughness, & integrity in his relationships with others.
In addition to his wife & children, Greg is survived by his sister, Hillary Hearn Wray & his brother, Roger Hearn. He was predeceased by his parents & by brothers William Hearn & Gilbert Hearn, and his sister Dorothy Hearn.
Services will be held Sun, 8/16 at 2pm at the Stanford Faculty Club in Palo Alto, CA
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hollister Rotary Club, referencing "The Gregory A. Hearn Scholarship Fund", to provide direct assistance to SBHS students pursuing higher education. PO Box 86, Hollister, CA 95024
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Jacqueline Estes
August 18, 2015
To the Hearn Family - your courage and strength abound! Sincerest thoughts and blessings always.
Parker C.
August 11, 2015
I was a student in Mr. Hearn's social studies classes at Horace Mann in 1963-65 and he took time to be a role model and positive influence for a socially awkward nerdy 13 year old like me. The things I learned from him extended far beyond the classroom. Those lessons he taught me on the playing field: Hard work and competition, fair play, honesty and good sportsmanship applied not only in athletics but in life, too. I never got to thank him and tell him how much I appreciated him. I am telling him now and I know he will hear me. Thank you, Mr. Hearn.
August 6, 2015
I will always remember what a true gentleman and friend you have been to me for so many years Papa G and I will always be there for Vonnie. Your wife and sons are a wonderful reflection of how special you are. Your brother and sister have so much of your wonderful sense od style and your great humor that we all love. Always in my heart with the greatest respect for the kindness you have given me. Sue
Ron Cabral
August 2, 2015
In 1966 and 1967 I worked with Greg when I was a very young teacher at Horace Mann Jr. High in SF. He became an early role model for me and I learned a great deal about teaching and learning from Greg. He had a great mind and great sense of humor. I can still feel the inspiration he provided for me at a time that I really needed it.
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